Licences and demerit pointsQuestion 1 of 318
What is the minimum age to apply for a Class 5 licence for a passenger vehicle?
- 15 years
- 16 years
- 17 years
- 18 years
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Correct answer: 16 years
You must be at least 16 to start. If you are under 18, a person with parental authority must give written consent.
Source: Driver's Handbook, 2nd edition (SAAQ, 2018), Chapter 1, The Driver > Licences to drive, page 15
Practice licences and demerit pointsQuestions last reviewed: 18 October 2026